After all, even though we see a talking gecko and know he is selling car insurance, he doesn't really hold any significance in our lives. The Energizer Bunny, on the other hand, embodies more.
This rock star pink rabbit has drummed his way into our hearts and homes and has been the symbol of more than just excellent batteries, he represents power and determination and the will to never give up. In short, the Energizer Bunny has inspired and enthralled us with his tenacious spirit and boundless energy... but did you know that he has been doing it for 25 years?!
That's right, it has been 25 years since America's favorite unstoppable icon, the Energizer Bunny, drummed his way into our lives in a 1989 commercial series aimed at poking fun at the competition.
Since that time, comparisons have been made between the go-go-go bunny and politicians, celebrities, professional athletes and energetic Americans so much so that, in 2006, the Oxford English Dictionary added Energizer Bunny to its lexicon with the definition: A persistent or indefatigable person or phenomenon.
Pretty cool, right?
Now that the Energizer Bunny has turned 25, it is clear that age has not slowed him down one bit. Rather, he is a part of even more amazing causes, such as a one-of-a kind global nighttime running series to help provide solar power to people around the world who do not have access to safe and affordable electricity and helping to remind millions of people to change their smoke alarm batteries each fall as part of the Change Your Clock Change Your Battery program.
So how can we get in on the fun of celebrating the Energizer Bunny's birthday? Two ways:
First, by collecting free money!
Right now when you purchase two specially marked packages of Energizer MAX or Energizer Advanced Lithium batteries, they are marked with Bunny Birthday Bucks that can be redeemed online at Energizer.com/bunny for a $4 check or Paypal payment.
It's easy! Simply peel off the codes from your AA or AAA batteries, head over to the website and in about a minute you'll be on your way to receiving your money. Yes, please!
Second, fans can join in the celebration on Facebook as well by stopping by to wish the Energizer Bunny a Happy Birthday on his Facebook wall and entering the Energizer Bunny Birthday Sweepstakes.
On now through December 5th, consumers can enter for a chance to win one of 25 birthday prize packages, worth approximately $75, filled with Energizer batteries and portable lighting solutions, as well as a $25 Visa gift card!
With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start stocking up on batteries for all of those holiday gifts that will be given, so head to your local store to pick up a few packs today (and then redeem your Bunny Bucks)! Also be sure to stay tuned to Energizer.com and the Energizer Bunny on Facebook, as this beloved icon will also be handing party favors in the way of coupons throughout the year.
Plus, thanks to this energetic bunny's generosity, one person will be prepared to power a few gifts as well as redeem some codes for free cash, because...
One lucky person will win (2) specially marked packages of Energizer MAX batteries (winner's choice of AA or AAA) with Bunny Bucks codes!
A big thank you to Energizer for providing two packs of Energizer batteries and a promotional item for me as well as two packs of batteries for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.
173 comments:
It keeps on going and going
That's great. We love Energizer batteries in my house.
It makes me feel old.
makes me feel old!
First thing that pops to mind is "He just keeps going and going"
They are doing something right to be around that long!
I will always remember the bunny just coming through wherever thumping is drum!
I will always remember the bunny just coming through wherever thumping is drum!
I actually thought he was older than 25. Happy Birthday
i didn't realize he was born during my lifetime
ummm...actually, it makes me feel so old!!! LOL
Wow, 25 it goes so fast..........time that is!
It seems like he is older than that.
It's good that Energizer found a catchy slogan for advertising that people can remember for that long
wow- that long? no wonder it seems like ive grownup with the brand- I have! LOL
Its great! Hes been around a long time!
it makes me feel so old!!
So... even the Energizer Bunny is younger than I am? Great. lol
My...how time flies! Happy Birthday Bunny!
It makes me feel old. I love the energizer bunny though.
I didn't realize he was that old...guess that makes me really old.
great company couldnt live without them!
25 years is a long time to be going, going, going. Love that Bunny.
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Wish the last 25yrs had been as good to me, Bunny sure has not aged.
I think it's great that they have been in business so long! 25 years is pretty long.
Thank you for the nice giveaway!
It makes me feel old, since i am over 25 but it seems like I have seen those commercials my entire life!
the energizer bunny has to be one of the iconic marketing successes in advertising - can't believe he's 25
Only 25? Seems like I've been seeing the bunny longer than that!
I can't believe it's taken 25 years for me to learn that the Bunny started out as a parody of a different bunny.
It seams like only last year! The bunny has aged well and is still in the pink!
I can't believe it's been 25 years! I've enjoyed watching the bunny in different commercials over the years.
...I thought he was a cute back when they started... but I'm honestly kinda surprised every time I see that they still follow the bunny...
It makes me feel old. I didn't realize I was older than him.
I remember all the old commercials w/ the Energizer bunny going across the screen. I actually thought he was older - he seems to have been around since a lot longer
the commercials were cute! wonder why they dont do them anymore? i figured they'd want to do them around christmas so people buy their batteries for the many toys that are bought.
i really didn't realize it till now
He sure doesnt seem like he should be 25. I guess with all his going and going, he hasnt had time to age lol
Seems like just yesterday they introduced the Bunny. Guess it wasn't.
Thanks for the contest.
slehan at juno dot com
25? I remember my kids repeating he keeps going and going and going.
at my age he is pretty young
tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com
I remember when the bunny was first introduced.
Actually I thought he was older then that! Happy Birthday Energizer!
pattifritz2000 at yahoo dot com
thank you
Our bunnies only made it 10 years, so he really does keep going....
I think it is great, he has done wonders in 25 years serving lot of toys and electronic devices.
25 Years, Has to be a good product to be around that long.
Happy birthday, bunny!!
Need these for my "when crap hits the fan" storage. Thanks
I remember being in school and when it came out and how much fun everyone had with it. Happy Birthday!
That makes me feel rather old, because I'm turning 29 in three weeks, which means I was alive before Energizer Bunny was born!
25 years is a long time. congrats .
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I didn't realize it had been that many!
It makes me realize how old I am!
I have to say it makes me feel old lol :) But, happy b-day Energizer Bunny !!!
shebebes@yahoo.com
25 years is a long time. congrats
He is older than me lol
He doesn't look that old, he is still a young charge when he catches up with me, (he can retire and quite running around and around.) Seriously We have always trusted the Everready bunny and the batteries.
I always liked the bunny. He's cute. I hope to see him in another 25
I love the commercials where the Energizer bunny runs over people. They make you laugh and keep the product first and foremost in your mind. I have tried generic batteries throughout the years and Energizer is always the best.
i didn't realize he was born during my lifetime
25 years is a long time! I always remember using Energizer batteries as a kid!
Happy Birthday, Energizer Bunny! I'm so glad you and the batteries keep going and going and going.
A Name i grew up with..
It actually makes me feel old. Thanks so much for the fantastic giveaway!
Reneewalters3 at yahoo dot com
my thought is it must be a great company !!
The Energizer Bunny is only 25? I'm 40 and can't remember a time when I didn't see those cute little Energizer Bunny commercials on TV. LOL (Thanks for the fun giveaway! Happy Holidays!) :0)
That is awesome-keeps going and going and going...
Happy Birthday Energizer Bunny.
That Energizer keeps going and going, and they also have a cute bunny!
I love this brand and happy birthday Energizer
He still moves like he's a young bunny!
I'm actually surprised that it's only been 25 years - I thought the bunny was around longer than that. Happy Birthday Bunny!
The Energizer Bunny's youth and energy makes me feel old.
Love the bunny! We always have your batteries in our home.
Love the bunny! He's younger than me! ;-)
I am so glad Energizer is turning 25. It is a great company to stay around that long, they have a good product and give customers what they are looking for.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BUNNY! Keep going and going and going...
Makes me feel old. I remember the first commericals
I cannot believe the bunny is that old!
I think it's awesome! I didn't know it was that old!
I didn't realize that I'm older than the energizer bunny!
I didn't realized its has been that long
So I was 5 when ENergizer first hit the market? thats crazy, as an adult , I have always assumed they had been around a lot longer!
The Energizer bunny was a parody of the Duracell bunny.
Happy Birthday Bunny! And what a successful advertising campaign by energizer for it to be around so long
I can't believe it, I remember when the commercials started up about it keeps going and going, etc.
The Energizer Bunny is only a few years younger than me. I never would have guessed that. I thought he was a newer tradition!
I never really thought about how old the bunny was, but I grew up with seeing him on tv commercials, so I guess the age seems about right!
I was surprised that it's only been 25 years.
I think it's great! I've been using them for years for my kids toys, and now my grandkids toys, and they have never let me down... Happy Birthday Energizer Bunny :)
25 years already! Time flies when you're having fun!
I remember when they had fake commercials for some other pretend product and then the Energizer bunny would come in and interrupt the commercial. Do you remember those? Happy birthday to the Energizer bunny!
He can be my little brother.
I feel old!
keeps going and going
WOW! I can't believe it has been 25 years! I love their batteries!
I can't believe that 25 years have passed since they introduced this iconic little guy - seems like it was just yesterday!
I'm older than the Energizer Bunny!!! His birthday makes me feel extra old :)
I didn't realize I was older than him!
As a woman of a certain age, 25 years old seems very young. LOL
It makes me feel really, really REALLY old.
I think it goes to show that Energizer represents quality batteries. Thanks.
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I think it's wonderful. He does just keep going and going and going!
Beth W
Keep on going and going
I used to love those energizer bunny commercials when I was younger. Can't believe it has been that long.
what AMAZES ME is THE BUNNY is only 2 years older than me! LOL My mouth actually dropped I figured he was a lot older than this =)
He's so iconic! I can't believe he's been around that long.
He looks great for all those years of 'keeping going'
I remember when he was born!
Ah, they grow up so fast...
Only 25. I thought he has been around a lot longer then that. But I'm sure he will just keep going :)
I would have thought they were older than 25. I'm sure they'll be around for 25 more.
It's weird that they are only 3 1/2 years younger than me.
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My thoughts are that it shows my own age.lol. Always loved the bunny
Thats as old as me.
i remember when it first appeared, time flies by.
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That's pretty amazing they've been around as long as i have! They're the only brand of batteries i trust!
25 years?? Noooo way - makes me feel really old. Hope I keep going like him!
I've been watching that Energizer Bunny keep going and going and going for years. However, I did not not that the Bunny had been "going" so long. Wow, 25 years - time flies.
It is encouraging to see companies thriving in this economy... It is going and going and going...
Is that all? He is just a baby! Although, it seems like he has been around forever.
I LOVE THE BUNNY!!!! I still have an old Christmas tree ornament of him. He is as famous as the Pillsbury dough boy.
I am slightly older than Energizer. I turn 26 in January. I thought Energizer was much older.
Glad to see along standing company
I think it's crazy that its been 25 yrs, however, it seems longer b/c I can remember these commercials since I was a child.
jmatek AT wi DOT rr DOT com
The bunny is older than my cat. She'll turn 21 in January!
I remember when they first started using the "bunny" in their advertising. It shows that they picked a great marketing strategy and I'm sure the Energizer Bunny will be going and going for many more years.
I remember when the Energizer Bunny was first introduced and thinking those commercials were so funny - there's no way it's been twenty-five years already!
wow, seems like he has been around a lot longer!
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That's great....I think that the quality of their products has contributed to that for sure.
i hope the Energizer bunny keeps going and going for 25 more years! They make great products.
For a 25 year old that just keeps going and going and going, he should be in impeccable shape! Energizer certainly have gotten a lot of mileage out of using the Energizer Bunny as their mascot. Thank you for the super giveaway opportunity. Keep up the terrific blogging.
We are almost the same age :)
How time flies! I remember the commercials where he just keeps going and going and going.
They are the best, I'm sure they will have 25+ more!
That's awesome; I've always thought they had a great product. I remember those drumming bunny commercials from years back; I like that they are still using that image.
I am surprised -- I thought he was older than that! I remember ordering the free stuffed Energizer Bunny with his Drum for both my kids when you sent in a certain number of backcards from Energizer!
Makes me feel old :)
Oh time files! I remember when he first appeared in a commercial.
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I feel old.
makes me feel old
I feel old... cabbage patch kids turned 30.
Wow! I'm not sure I remember before the Energizer Bunny...I was very young when he was born! Happy Birthday!
what a young bunny (:
I didn't know it was turning 25. I think it's great. Happy Birthday.
I thing that turning 25 years is great. It has kept going and going and will continue to be going and going.
TWENTY FIVE!! That makes me feel old. I have always loved the Energizer Bunny.
That's great! I hope he's still going and going and going...
Holy Cow! the Energizer Bunny has been going for a long time!
Wow, I did not realize that he was that old!
It's a great accomplishment.
Brittney House BBrittBrat1398@yahoo.com
Ha! He really does just keep going
Wow He is only 25? Seems like they have been around longer.
25 years ago my daughter was 3 yrs old. I could've sworn these batteries have been around longer than that.They're the best batteries,it's all I use.Thank you :)
That makes sense he's been around since I was born and I'm 24.
I think it's great but it makes me feel old! lol
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I always thought they where older. lol
My first thought - I am so glad to still have trusted brands such as energizer around because it means that they are good at what they are producing
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That's great! I wish I was 25, I'm twice that number.
I thought they were older but it is awesome that they are 25! We only use energizer.
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Makes me feel older but Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Energizer. I cant believe they are almost as old as me!
It is awesome I love their products :)
Seeing the bunny turn 25 makes me feel really old!
I'm surprised he only turned 25! tylerpants(at)gmail.com
how exciting, 25 years old!
I feel so old now!
It makes me feel old! LOL
Happy Birthday bunny!
Happy birthday to the Energizer bunny! I hope it keeps going and going, for a long time. :)
I think its great but I didn't realize they had been making batteries that long
lmurley2000@yahoo.com
The Energizer Bunny was an advertising success, I remember before he was advertising Everready was kind of dormant. He sure sells a lot of batteries.
Thanks for the giveaway…that Bunny certainly has a lost of energy to spare.
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